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South Carolina · Unknown Co.

Lawsons Fork Creek

· 14 mi · Class I-III
Optimal: 60–180 CFS · USGS #02156300
119 avg
29.3CFS
3.12 ft gauge height
Below Optimal
Stable
Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 119 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #02156300
Designated Water Trail

About

Designated as part of the Lawsons Fork Creek and Pacolet River Blueway water trail, this 14-mile creek runs Class I-III water at an average of 119 CFS. Optimal flows fall between 60–180 CFS, with conditions tracked at USGS gauge 02156300. The creek offers technical paddling that ranges from flatwater sections to Class III drops depending on water levels and specific reaches.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
Moon overhead
8:56 AM
Moonrise
1:46 PM
Moonset
4:06 AM
Moon underfoot
8:56 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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